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	Public Blockchain/DLT – a decentralised blockchain that can be added to and read by anyone. Permissions are shared equally by all users of the network, creating a completely trustless system.		Public Blockchain/DLT – a decentralised blockchain that can be added to and read by anyone. Permissions are shared equally by all users of the network, creating a completely trustless system.

−	Tokens – the representation of the tradable ‘goods’ being used within that blockchain. This includes, but is not exclusive to, currency, information, points, certificates etc.	+	Tokens – the representation of the tradable ‘goods’ being used within that blockchain. This includes, but is not exclusive to, currency, information, points, certificates etc. Also see Non-fungible token NFT.

	Trustless – in removing the requirement for a ‘trusted’ third party (a single centralised control that oversees transactions between peers), blockchains are able to create a decentralised system that does not require trust. Instead, self-executing peer-to-peer transactions are carried out that are recorded and verified by the whole system, therefore removing the need for one trusted body		Trustless – in removing the requirement for a ‘trusted’ third party (a single centralised control that oversees transactions between peers), blockchains are able to create a decentralised system that does not require trust. Instead, self-executing peer-to-peer transactions are carried out that are recorded and verified by the whole system, therefore removing the need for one trusted body
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	* Eliminating waste at scale – opportunities for blockchain.		* Eliminating waste at scale – opportunities for blockchain.
	* Is disruptive innovation possible in the construction industry?		* Is disruptive innovation possible in the construction industry?
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	* Student projects released as non-fungible tokens.		* Student projects released as non-fungible tokens.
	* Unprecedented innovation and new technologies on the horizon.		* Unprecedented innovation and new technologies on the horizon.

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	‘[https://www.bretrust.org.uk/knowledgehub/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2019/09/99330-BRE-Briefing-Paper-blockchain.pdf Blockchain – feasibility and opportunity assessment]’, was published by the BRE Trust February 2018. It explores opportunities to address challenges in the built environment industry using blockchain technology.		‘[https://www.bretrust.org.uk/knowledgehub/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2019/09/99330-BRE-Briefing-Paper-blockchain.pdf Blockchain – feasibility and opportunity assessment]’, was published by the BRE Trust February 2018. It explores opportunities to address challenges in the built environment industry using blockchain technology.

−	The report includes the following Blockchain definitions.	+	The report includes the following Blockchain definitions:

	Block – the key difference between a DLT (distributed ledger technology) and a blockchain is the block. These chronological blocks contain information regarding transactions as well as a timestamp, the previous blocks hash, and information about the algorithm required to mine the block.		Block – the key difference between a DLT (distributed ledger technology) and a blockchain is the block. These chronological blocks contain information regarding transactions as well as a timestamp, the previous blocks hash, and information about the algorithm required to mine the block.
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‘[https://www.bretrust.org.uk/knowledgehub/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2019/09/99330-BRE-Briefing-Paper-blockchain.pdf Blockchain – feasibility and opportunity assessment]’, was published by the BRE Trust February 2018. It explores opportunities to address challenges in the built environment industry using blockchain technology.

The report includes the following Blockchain definitions.

Block – the key difference between a DLT (distributed ledger technology) and a blockchain is the block. These chronological blocks contain information regarding transactions as well as a timestamp, the previous blocks hash, and information about the algorithm required to mine the block.

Blockchain – a form of distributed ledger technology that consolidates numerous transactions, as identified by their cryptographic number, in a block, that is then added to the chronological chain of blocks via a hash on the distributed ledger through the mining process.

Distributed Ledger – a chronological, transparent, digital record of transactions and information that, instead of being held in a centralised database, is distributed across a diverse network of nodes.

Hash – a hash is the output of a one-way hash function that packages inputs into an output of a specific size and format. This process ensures information is translated into a manageable size that also prevents the input information from being seen; further establishing the trustless element of DLTs and blockchains.

Mining – this is the term given to the computational effort required to solve an algorithm, creating the next block to be added to the chain.

Node – the distributed system is made up of nodes that each independently validate transactions on the blockchain.

Private Blockchain/DLT – permissions are controlled by a trusted organisation. This organisation can control whether users can or cannot have various levels of access to the information, who can add to it and what transactions are permitted. This allows for a far quicker system that is reliant on trust.

Private Consortium Blockchain/DLT – a type of private blockchain that allows a number of predetermined nodes to participate in the verification and transaction process. This is a hybrid between private and public blockchain, creating a partially decentralised blockchain.

Proof of work – the proof of work concept both deters cyberattack and creates value. This is achieved through the need for nodes to define an expensive computational problem; a process called mining. This process requires computational power, which translates into energy. In rewarding the node/miner that computes this the fastest, value is created.

Proof of stake – in contrast to proof of work the creator of new blocks is not determined through mining, rather the creator is determined based on ‘wealth’, or stake. There is no reward (as all coins/tokens are created from the outset), and a computational problem is still required to be solved, however transaction fees are required, providing incentive.

Public Blockchain/DLT – a decentralised blockchain that can be added to and read by anyone. Permissions are shared equally by all users of the network, creating a completely trustless system.

Tokens – the representation of the tradable ‘goods’ being used within that blockchain. This includes, but is not exclusive to, currency, information, points, certificates etc.

Trustless – in removing the requirement for a ‘trusted’ third party (a single centralised control that oversees transactions between peers), blockchains are able to create a decentralised system that does not require trust. Instead, self-executing peer-to-peer transactions are carried out that are recorded and verified by the whole system, therefore removing the need for one trusted body

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